Principled Minds

In this episode of the Principled Minds Podcast, Charles chats with Shivani Dimri, founder of Let's Circle Back Games, a company creating corporate-themed card games to foster connection at work and beyond.With over four years of consulting experience at Big 4 and minority-owned federal contracting firms, Shivani has supported government clients in strategy, communications, and project management. Her journey in consulting sparked the idea for Let's Circle Back: A Corporate Storytelling Game and Prompt Deck, launched in June 2024.Shivani shares how her personal experiences inspired the game's creation and offers insights on building authentic team culture through intentional, inclusive conversation.You'll learn about:

On episode 24, Daniel Adams, co-founder of Profitable Living, joins us to discuss the principles of building and sustaining powerful teams. As a seasoned coach and leadership expert, Daniel has helped countless entrepreneurs and teams develop stronger relationships, improve communication, and create cultures of trust and accountability.In this episode, we explore Daniel's insights on the following:

This episode recorded in 2024 was with an esteemed guest, Erica Gaddy, MBA, Deputy Chief Financial Officer (DCFO) and Chief Risk Officer (CRO), U.S. Bureau of Fiscal Service and Former DCFO of U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). On this first episode of the Leading Effective Team (LET) series, Erica shared her deeply insightful perspective on building and aligning a team to a vision as a leader. This series is designed to share the experiences of current leaders to assist new and aspiring leaders learn the core principles of leading teams successfully. Our host (Charles Moka Jr. ) and guest discussed the following: 08:48 - How to remain aware of the impact the people around you have within your team. 11:15 - How to develop a vision for your team or organization. 14:56 - How to manage challenges getting people aligned to an already established vision. 17:35 - Steps to creating a vision/mission for a project. 27:20 - How to communicate difficult messages to people and keep a team inspired to move project forward during challenging times. 33:35 - How to manage team members who refuse to accept a leader's decision on a team's direction or vision. 39:57 - How to emotionally and logically manage resistance from your team as a leader 47:44 - Erica's intriguing childhood experiences that has contributed to her mindset and career success as a leader. And so much more! Consider these actions: Follow our guest on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/erica-g-36305b8/) Share with us what you think about the episode on the comments section. Subscribe to be notified on the next episode. *Email ⁠principledmind@gmail.com⁠  for any inquiries or would like join as a guest/speaker or podcast sponsor*

Charles Moka Jr., Founder and Host of Principled Minds, is joined by Jerel Harvey, a seasoned financial expert with over 15 years of experience in the financial service industry. As the founder and managing principal of Fedway Financial, Jerel has dedicated his career to empowering individuals and businesses, especially federal employees, in achieving their financial goals and objectives. In this episode, we delve into the mindset of our esteemed guest on the following; 02:21: The influence of parental relationships. 06:39: Money and effective fund management  13:00: Attitudes towards spending, discipline, and investment policies. 15:20: Nurturing long-term financial goals and strategies. 17:27: investment management 18:21: Tips on finding a reliable financial adviser. 23:29: Identifying resources necessary for successful financial investments. 24:22: Privacy policies in financial management. 26:10: Financial benefits available for government employees. 27:40: Exploring different levels of financial planning and asset management. 28:30: Retirement benefits, including pensions and insurance policies  31:47: The complexities of government financial and investment policies. 34:05: Challenges that government employees may face post-retirement. 47:10: Strategies for turning challenges into opportunities in the business sector. 50:10: The importance of maintaining accountability in business. 56:19: Valuable resources for achieving financial stability. Join us as we navigate the intricate landscape of personal finance, retirement planning, and overcoming challenges in the ever-evolving world of financial management. Consider these actions: ⭐️ Follow our guest on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerelharvey ⭐️ Share your thoughts in the comments section ⭐ ️ Subscribe to be notified of the next episode!

Charles Moka Jr. (Founder and Host, Principled Minds) and Dr. Justin Velten (Co-Founder and CEO of Go Culture, focusing on diversity, equity, inclusion, and intercultural competence) delve into the transition from academia to tech CEO, offering insights on transforming mindsets and empowering inclusion with data. The discussion explores the following aspects: 3:50 - The power of reflection and contentment 4:30 -  Why gratitude is key to successful living 8:10 -  Recognizing a higher power and the impact of morning routines 12:23 - The importance of seeking mentorship 16:05 - Creating inclusive cultures in the workplace 20:40 - Understanding the workforce and their needs,  23:15-  Tools for assessing work culture in an organization 31:10 - Practical steps organizations can take to strengthen their DEIA  initiatives 34:15 - Creating a workforce culture that is inclusive 37:00 - Ensuring the financial stability and sustainability of your business 40:40 - Lessons in career transitions 43:00 - Nurturing resilience in entrepreneurship Consider these actions: ⭐️ Follow our guest on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinvelten ⭐️ Share your thoughts in the comments section ⭐️ Subscribe to be notified of the next episode!

Charles Moka Jr., (Founder and Host, Principled Minds) and Dre Baldwin (CEO and Founder of Work On Your Game Inc.,) discuss what it takes to turn your vision into reality, self-discovery, and the framework for achieving success in business. The discussion explores the following aspects: 4:09 - Principles for successfully onboarding employees in business. 7:00 - Identifying and pursuing your vision 8:52 - Why you should embrace competition and continuous improvement 10:40 - The importance of mindset and understanding the business world as a game. 13:25 - The concept of "pay your way to get paid" in achieving success. 18:10 - Dre's experiences growing up that has contributed to his growth mindset 22:30 - The role of personal development in business growth 25:10 - Overcoming doubt on the path to self-discovery and success. 31:00 - Tips for smooth transitioning 36:00 - Four tenets of fulfillment  41:00 - Building mental toughness  44:20 - Strategies for reversing years of unproductivity 47:00 - The importance of consistency in business and so much more Consider these actions: ⭐️Follow our guest on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/drebaldwin/ ⭐️Let us know your thoughts on the comment section ⭐️Subscribe to be notified on the next episode!

Charles Moka Jr., (Founder and Host, Principled Minds) and Luke Shabro (Deputy Director of Army Mad Scientist Initiative and Futures Analyst) discusses how to lead transformation within an organization, but most importantly, who we need to be in order to lead transformation or change within the organization or communities we serve. The following topics were covered; -What being ‘future ready' looks like -When leading change or transformation within any organization, what are some actions that need to be taken before execution? -What actions are often underrated or overlooked when a business or organization is on a journey to transforming operations -What it means to be a disruptor -What we need to change about yourselves to cultivate a disruptor mentality or persona -Challenges we face in the journey to leading change and how to overcome them -Role of emotional intelligence and empathy when leading change or transformation within an organization or even within teams. -How to create a working environment for your team that fosters imagination and creativity -Luke's experiences growing up that has contributed to his growth mindset and so much more... Consider these actions: ⭐️Follow our guest on LinkedIn at Luke Shabro ⭐️Let us know your thoughts on the comment section ⭐️Subscribe to be notified on the next episode!

Our guest, Linda Miller is a former Olympic athlete, nationally recognized Fraud expert, the Founder and CEO of Audient group, which is a company that focuses on preventing and detecting fraud within commercial and government organizations. On this episode Linda shares her journey on how she went from an Olympic athlete to getting her first job at the age of 30 and now a founder and CEO. She emphasizes how courage and focus can be critical elements when making life changing career transitions. Our host (Charles Moka Jr. ) and guest discussed the following: How she became an olympian How she developed a courageous and focused mindset How the people around you can help you reimagine your capabilities  How to believe in your capabilities when you doubt yourself  How to gain clarity on your vision and set the goal needed to turn your goals to reality  The challenges of transition from an olympic athlete to a working professional Critical lessons learned from rowing on a professional level; recognizing and applying her transferred skills Fears making life changing career transitions and how to overcome them Why she started Audient group How she manages operations in the company  How she keeps her team aligned to the company's mission And so much more… Consider these actions: Follow our guest on LinkedIn and her website at Audientgroup.com. Share with us what you think about the episode on the comments section. Subscribe to be notified on the next episode. *Email principledmind@gmail.com for any inquiries or would like join as a guest/speaker or podcast sponsor*

A brief causal conversation between you and I on addressing self doubt in the moment. On this episode I share how I managed to boost my confidence during a moment of doubt. I hope this message serves you well. Note - areas on the episode where “on the table” was stated, grammatically should be “at the table” for the context of the discussion. #selfcorrection. Thanks for being here! Please subscribe to be notified on new episodes.

Our guest Oliver McCourty is UK's Chief Opportunity Officer, elected member of the Youth Parliament, CEO and Founder of OpportunityM. He is a gentleman dedicated to creating and equalizing career, social and skills development opportunities for people through a sustainable, science-backed solution.  He takes us through his journey to overcoming some major challenges that changed the course of his life and his mission to create the “uber for life changing opportunities. On this episode, our host (Charles Moka) and our guest discuss the following; Building and sustaining a powerful network How to strategically navigate insightful conversations with leaders Challenges young people face in accessing opportunities Oliver's reasons for dropping out of college How to think outside the box How to keep your team motivated and aligned to your company/project's vision  Journey to starting his company, his approach for applying leadership centered on kindness to sustaining this company and so much more.  Consider taking these actions: Follow our guest on LinkedIn at Oliver McCourty and visit his website at https://opportunitym.com Leave a comment(s) and let us know what you think about this episode Subscribe to the Principled Minds Podcast on anywhere you listen to your podcasts  Email PrincipledMind@gmail.com if you have any inquiries or would like to join as a guest/speaker or a podcast sponsor

Our guest Fatmata Barrie, Esq., Attorney and Founder of Barrie Law Center is an immigrant from Sierra Leone West Africa who immigrated to the United States at 11 years old. She takes us on her journey to actualizing her vision as an Immigration Attorney, dedicated to helping immigrants receive their immigration benefits and navigating the U.S. immigration system. Fatmata Barrie and Charles Moka Jr (Host) discuss the following; Journey to immigrating to the United States  Becoming an attorney as an immigrant in the United States  Journey to starting her law firm and managing the challenges she encountered  Immigration tips for anyone looking to immigrate to the United Stated to jumpstart their career Her personal financial and mental resilience tips for working professionals and so much more.  Our guest is a practicing Attorney of over 20 years of client-focused experience, and the CEO of Barrie Law Center practicing immigration and special education law, including providing consulting and registration services to non-profits. She is an Executive Director of the Montgomery County Police Accountability Board and the Administrative Charging Committee.   If you are interested in her services, you can reach her on barrielawcenter.com and on linkedIn at Fatmata Barrie.    Consider taking these actions: Leave a comment(s) and let us know what you think about this episode Subscribe to the Principled Minds Podcast on anywhere you listen to your podcasts  Email PrincipledMind@gmail.com if you have any inquiries or would like to join as a guest/speaker or a podcast sponsor Remember that life is what you make of it; It's the choice you make that spices it up. Stay Legendary!!

On this episode we take you on a journey through the life of a dynamic working professional, who has excelled at his professional obligations in the organizations he works for and excelled as a co-founder of global community platform for high-performing Black professionals in all industries. Aziz Garuba (Guest) and Charles Moka Jr. (Host) discussed the following; How to prepare for and execute on career transitions How to manage biases in a corporate or business environment The power of building and sustaining relationships Pursuing and navigating multiple interests outside your job/current employment Managing doubt of starting a business while working a full time job How to start executing on your vision and dreams beyond your current full time employment/job Health and finance tips as a working professional and so much more... Our guest on this Episode is Aziz Garuba, a seasoned finance and strategy professional, a diversity and inclusion advocate, a podcaster (Made To Lead), speaker and facilitator with over 14 years of experience driving change and delivering improvements to business operations. He is the co-founder of BlackTies, a global community platform for high-performing Black professionals in all industries. He currently serves as Director, Business Architecture at RBC Capital Markets where he leads business unit strategy reviews, capability and operation efficiency assessments initiatives and Target Operating Model design across people, process and technology in Capital Markets. Consider these actions: Leave a comment(s) and let us know what you think about this episode Subscribe to the Principled Minds Podcast on anywhere you listen to your podcasts Email PrincipledMind@gmail.comn if you have any inquiries or would like to join as a guest/speaker or a podcast sponsor Follow our guest, Aziz Garuba on LinkedIn and Instagram at Aziz Garuba Remember that life is what you make of it; It's the choice you make that spices it up. Stay Legendary!!

On this Episode I share my personal reflections today. I also share some words of encouragement and prayer for you and I, as we enter this new year. The message shared on this episode was very personal for me, but I knew it wasn't one to be kept to myself; I had to share it with you. I hope this message enriches your spirit as you execute on your vision, goals or dreams in this New Year. Happy 2023! Stay Legendary! Please remember to support by following/subscribing to the podcast on Apple Podcast or Spotify. I'd also love to hear from you. Please leave a comment with your thoughts on this episode. Truly appreciate you.

On episode 12 Faisal Shah discusses how to apply the negation principles shared in episode 11 on various scenarios, including when you're looking to get a salary raise, negotiate a job offer, etc. Additionally, Faisal has a special gift for you at the end of this episode. He is giving you access to a 7-day trial to Cardone University where you will learn techniques you can apply right away on: · Negotiation · Money & Finance · Sales · Marketing · Rules of Success; and so much more. All you need to do is email “TRIAL” to faisals@grantcardoneteam.com and mention you're from the Principled minds Podcast to gain access. A link to the 7-days access will be sent to you. Faisal is also giving you access to him directly for a “Wake Up Call” to wake up your finances, careers, businesses. Simply schedule some time with him through the following link https://calendly.com/wakeupmentor/30min Follow Faisal Shah on Instagram at wakeupmentor and check out his services at https://www.wakeupmentor.com/optin1622214945995 Please consider leaving a comment on this episode and subscribing in order not to miss the next episode!

On this episode Faisal Shah, Founder of Wake-up Mentor and I break down some core principles of effective negotiation during conversations. Topics covered include the following; · Principles of effective negotiation · Key levels of engagement during a conversations · How to engage in effective conversation · Faisal's greatest mistake and how he overcame them · How to overcome fear of asking difficult questions · How to connect and sustain good relationships Part 2 of this episode (EP 12) to be released on 12/4/2022 will discuss in detail, how to apply the negation principles discussed in this episode on various scenarios, including when you're looking to get a salary raise, negotiate a job offer, etc. Additionally, Faisal has a special gift for you at the end of episode 12. Consider subscribing in order not to miss the next episode! Follow Fiasal Shah on Instagram at wakeupmentor and check out his services at https://www.wakeupmentor.com/optin1622214945995

Student Loans has crippled a lot of people in Americans financially. However, some people have found ways to avoid or payoff student load debt and have realized their vision to be financially free. On this episode, Nia Hill, Angel Stallings and I, discuss the following; · Financial freedom · Mindset principles for overcoming debt. · Their journey to incurring debt and available opportunities to payoff undergraduate or graduate loans. · How to qualify for scholarships · Steps and principles for graduating debt free · Nia's journey in navigating homelessness and transforming obstacles into opportunities · Angel's vision for Jesus and Justice Apparel and its ongoing impact in the society · Nia and Angel's principles for navigating life Stay in touch with Nia Hill on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/nivvv_/ and Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/niahill Stay in Touch with Angel Stallings on Instgram at https://www.instagram.com/angelthemessenger/ and Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelstallings Gift anyone in your network the Graduate to Freedom book https://www.graduatetofreedom.com which contains all the tips and resources needed to graduate dent free. Great for current students and professionals looking to go back to school. Subscribe to stay notified on upcoming episodes. Consider Following the Principled Minds Podcast https://www.instagram.com/principledminds/

*Recorded in 2021* Our guest, Seyi Sofolahan is the founder of Whipik, a story telling app where content creators have an opportunity to tell unique and engaging stories that deepen their connection with their followers and influence culture through their conversations. On this episode we explore his journey to starting Whipik, including his lessons learned in actualizing this dream. Some topics covered include the following: · Idea generation for Whipik · How to make a transition from employee to Founder/CEO · Challenges in convincing family to support your transition to being a founder/business owner · When and how to take action on fully committing to a business/project idea · Key considerations when starting a business · Process of building a team for Whipik · How to sell your vision to your team and keep your team enthusiastic in moving the vision forward. · How to entertain ideas from team members that challenges the original vision of your business, product or project. · What to do with under performers in your business/project Visit Whipik at https://www.whipik.com Stay in touch with Seyi on Instagram at SheyiShof - https://www.instagram.com/seyishof/ Subscribe to stay notified on upcoming episodes. Consider following the Principled Minds Podcast https://www.instagram.com/principledminds/

Have you wondered if the dreams or visions you have for your career or business are actually realistic or attainable? Or perhaps wondered how to go about executing your vision for your career, whether its working for a business/organization or creating your own? On this episode Isi and I discuss: How to recognize your vision, Gaining clarity on your vision or execution approach Overcome the mental/emotional barriers hindering our success, Her journey to realizing her vision for her business. Isimemen Aladejobi is a Career Growth Strategist and Speaker who has dedicated her life to helping Black women and people of color secure their dream jobs, skyrocket their income and live rich fulfilling lives. Isi has helped so many people, especially women increase their earnings through her coaching program called Become Fulfilled. Feel free to apply here https://becomefulfilled.com/ and get the support you need to secure your dream job, increase your income and be recession proof. You can also reach her on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/isimemenaladejobi/ Inspire someone in your network today by sharing this episode with a co-worker, family or friend. Consider subscribing if you haven't, so that you will be notified on the next episode.

Episode summary for Rocky Garza On this episode we; Deconstruct various ways doubt can creep into our minds, Discuss how to determine the truth about who you are and can be, and Discuss core practical principles to overcome doubt, while building confidence and conviction. In our journey to realizing our vision for our lives, we are going to encounter situations that cause us to doubt ourselves. As a matter of fact, doubt is unavoidable, but it can be controlled. We cannot allow doubt to kill our confidence in our daily efforts to make progress in our career and personal lives. Therefore, I decided to have a conversation with Rocky Garza, who is a respectable motivational speaker, Author and Identity Coach. He has helped individuals and multinational organizations such as Microsoft, WeWork, Grant Thornton, Hilton, Bluecross BlueShield (to name few), create opportunities for their teams to take a deep breath and realize that there is freedom and growth in vulnerability. Additionally, he authored a book titled Be Confidence; a pocket guide designed to guide you on your journey to killing the recognizing and killing the doubts hindering your progress in your career to personal life. The book can be found at https://rockygarza.com/store/p/book Connect with him and his program if interested at https://rockygarza.com/speaking Inspire someone in your network today by sharing this episode with a co-worker, family or friend. Consider subscribing if you haven't, so that you will be notified on the next episode.

Sahar Shariati is a general life enthusiast who strives to find meaning, purpose, and joy in her daily interactions. Following the passing of her son earlier this year, she is working to reframe and process her grief, reconnect with community and serve a broader purpose. In an effort to do that, she and her husband, Michael, have started Rawr for Kian, a non-profit dedicated to funding pediatric cancer research and providing support services to families with children undergoing cancer treatment. On this show we talked about: Sahar's first introduction to emotional pain and how she persevered through the pain. (5:00) Her vision for her family after her marriage to her husband (9:25) Challenges she faced with child birth and the joys of her miraculous conception (10:52) How to handle people misunderstanding your gut feeling (17:40) How she discovered her son had cancer at 3 months old and how she navigated the emotional trauma of her son's illness & death (19:05) Some practical activities anyone can perform to sustain themselves during period of emotional pain or grief (27:35) How to adequately care for anyone grieving or going through emotional pain. (30:32) How she turned trauma into an opportunity to serve families with children undergoing cancer treatment. (33.32) How you can support through donations and volunteerism to support families with children undergoing cancer treatment. (46:00) ... and so much more! Please consider donating to help families with children undergoing cancer treatment. See link and website to learn more about the organization, how you can support and donate. Link: https://rawrforkian.org Rawr for Kian instagram handle: @rawrforkian  Sahar Shariati's instagram handle: @Shariatis  Share this episode with your family and friends. Consider subscribing to be alerted once we release another episode and going the conversation by leaving a comment. Don't let your pain prevent you from making your vision for your life a reality - Charles Moka Jr. Thanks for tuning in!

On this Episode I challenge the statement “pursue your passion”. Passion is only an emotion and I believe emotions are developed not pursued. So, if we don't pursue our passion, what do we pursue? I answer this question on this episode. I discuss my views on the “Pursue your passion” statement and key practical steps you can take today to pursue your interests in order to identify your passion. Main points are outlined below; 0:34 - Introduction, Gratitude and purpose of the episode. 3:15 - Difference between passion and interest and why you should pursue interests instead of passion. 9:52 - Steps on how to pursue your interests to identify your passion. Consider subscribing, commenting and sharing this message with your family, friends or co-workers. Let us encourage each other to make our vision for our life a reality. Are you interested in being a guest or would you like to invite the Principled Minds Podcast host on your podcast or event as a speaker? Reach out to us on principledmind@gmail.com.

This episode discusses the following main points: 1. Key things to remember when finding a mentor  2. A different perspective on how Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) can be defined. 3. Dr. Adrian's perspective on how Schools/academic institutions and companies can combat DE&I issues. 4 How Doctor Adrian is combating DE&I issues using his children's book "When I grow up, I want to be an Accountant" We want this podcast to be valuable to you. Let us know what you think of this episode/podcast and share with whoever may benefit from this episode. Follow us to be notified when an episodes is released.

The Principled Minds Podcast is a show designed to tackle some of the core questions that we have around our life as it relates to our career, personal finance, and relationships with ourselves, our teams and business partners. Professionals and entrepreneurs across all industries will be invited to share their experiences, lessons learned, and key principles that helped them make their vision a reality. Principled Minds social media can be found on instagram @principledminds

This episode discusses the following points: Redefining “high performance” for yourself and your business How to recognize when you are underperforming and how to resolve it How to give and receive feedback constructive and effective feedback Actions business need to take to support the professional and personal development of their employees. The key principles in choosing a good mentor or mentee. Sid spoke in depth on how mentorship impacted his overall performance. His blog and Youtube link discusses steps on choosing a mentor and the impact of mentorship. Sid is a high performance coach and business strategist who helps entrepreneurs, business leaders and those that drive revenue into their business create strategies to drive growth both in your business, your career and your life. He's the founder of Embark CCT based in Dallas / Fort Worth. Sid has held a variety of roles throughout his career, ranging from an individual contributor to Sr. Vice President of Sales for a fast growing manufacturer. He's a published writer with articles featured in a variety of publications on professional development and growth as well as on entrepreneurship topics such as strategy, sales, marketing, social media and more. In addition he hosts The Trend Report Podcast and the upcoming Amazing Entrepreneurs Club podcast that will make its debut in October 2021. Link to Forbes article - 10 timely statistics about the connection between employee engagement and wellness *Consider subscribing to be notified once we release a new episode*

This episode discusses the following main points: How to use yoga to develop and sustain a good relationship with yourself and positively impact the people around you. The impact of mediation on your personal transformation journey  Mediation practices to reduce anxiety before any presentation or tough conversations with you supervisor, family or business partner. Be ready to practice as you listen! Mediation practices to start off your day and end your night. Denise Perry is a yoga and energetic healing expert who loves the saying that “yoga is an exploration of self, by the self, into the self.” She can see how different parts of her journey over the years relate to that exploration. Denise holds a Bachelor's in Communications and Media Studies and has studied coaching, Reiki, meditation, and yoga. She loves to teach Gentle Flow, Restorative, Yin, and Meditation. She lives in North Carolina with her two cats, Iris and Jem. Denise has 10 years of experience on the mat and is the founder of Yoga Nook. Guest IG: https://www.instagram.com/yoganook/ Guest Website: https://chesapeakeyoganook.com/blog/ Host IG: https://www.instagram.com/principledminds/ *Consider subscribing so you will be notified when the next episode drops*

This episode officially introduces you to the Principled Minds podcast. During this episodes I discussed; How I started, why I started and what the podcast will entail. Most importantly, I shared a special message to anyone listening to this episode who has had a dream or vision for a specific event in their life to occur, but has not taken action to make that vision a reality. Host IG: https://www.instagram.com/principledminds/ Thank you for being part of this journey.